Southwestern Herpetologists Society (SWHS) Adoptions
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- What it is
- Shelters and rescues
- Who it helps
- Adopters must join the society first.
- Where
- Los Angeles area
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 3, 2026
Los Angeles-area herp society that adopts out rescued reptiles to members, mainly ball pythons, bearded dragons, boas, corn and rat snakes, and leopard geckos. It has a relinquishment form.
How to reach them
Where: Los Angeles area
Hours: Animals can be picked up at society meetings (see the meetings page)
Good to know
- Who can use it: Adopters must join the society first. First come, first served.
- How to get started: Contact the Adoption Chairman through the site or ask at a meeting. The relinquishment form is linked on the page.
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Before you go
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